Digun - Chaupal, Shimla
Digun is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digun is 025471. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Digun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digun
According to the 2011 Census, Digun village had a total population of 36 people, including 22 males and 14 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 636 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Digun
Digun is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digun
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Digun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Digun is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Digun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digun
Where is Digun located?
Digun village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digun?
The Gram Panchayat of Digun is Jhina.
What is the pincode of Digun?
The pincode of Digun is 171211.
What is the population of Digun?
Digun had a total population of 36, including 22 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Digun?
Digun had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digun was 80.65%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 66.67%.